Prelims 2016 • Paper 1 (GS) • Q.80

Prelims • Paper 1 (GS) • 2016 • Q.80

GS-I

In the context of the history of India, consider the following pairs: Term : Description

Eripatti : Land, revenue from which was set apart for the maintenance of the village tank

Taniyurs : Villages donated to a single Brahmin or a group of Brahmins

Ghatikas : Colleges generally attached to the temples

2016 Prelims • Paper 1 (GS)

Syllabus Connection

Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. (GS-I)

Ch.2: Kings, Farmers and Towns: Early States and Economies

History • Class 12 • Class 12 Themes of Indian History I

Ch.3: Kinship, Caste and Class: Early Societies

History • Class 12 • Class 12 Themes of Indian History I

Evaluate the impact of globalization on Indian youths with reference to social, political, economic and cultural spheres.

Critically examine the challenges of demographic transition in contemporary India.

The model of planned economy was adopted in India to address the regional imbalances left behind by colonial rule. Comment.

Linguistic reorganization of Indian States was driven by popular pressure from below. Comment.

Vijayanagara architecture exemplifies the amalgamation of past traditions with contemporary practices. Elucidate with examples.